Helping
human beings
balance
achievement
& well-being

Before every cohort launches, participants ask me what Circle really is. Is it a support group? Group therapy? What about a career strategy group? No, it is none of these things.

Think of Circle as a learning environment where people can discover what a fulfilling life looks like to them. Participants learn about themselves and each other; they grow in the process. They leave with the emotional toolkit to go after their chosen path with confidence and clarity.

Founded by Allyson Dhindsa

I’ve worked in career development for over a decade at Dartmouth College, the University of Southern California, and most recently, at New York University. Creating Circle was informed by these experiences as well as my Master’s in Clinical Social Work and Master's in Applied Positive Psychology.

I developed Circle at the University of Pennsylvania, as I sought to create a space where people can speak openly about their deeply held ambitions while forming an enduring community.

Advisory Board

Bill Deresiewicz

William Deresiewicz is an award-winning essayist and critic, a frequent speaker at colleges and high schools, and the author of five books including the New York Times bestseller Excellent Sheep: The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life.

Ana Paula Nacif

Ana Paula is a senior lecturer and module leader for the Master of Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology at the University of East London. Ana has extensive experience in coaching for leadership, wellbeing, inclusion, and career transition, including deep expertise in group coaching.

Carol Geffner

Carol is the founder and President of CB Vision, LLC with over 25 years' experience as a consultant, entrepreneur, executive coach, and academic.

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